Indonesia’s waste crisis: Prabowo gives one year to clean up

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has set a one-year deadline to solve the country’s waste problem. The announcement came as part of a broader push to address environmental challenges. Prabowo stated that the government will focus on improving waste management systems and reducing plastic pollution. The target applies to both urban and rural areas. Officials say the plan includes stricter regulations and better recycling infrastructure. The deadline signals a major shift in policy, as Indonesia has long struggled with overflowing landfills and ocean plastic waste.